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health1 year ago

"Whooshing Noise Drives Woman to Desperation: A Tale of Pulsatile Tinnitus"

Dana Pulciani, 39, suffered from a constant whooshing noise in her ear for over a year, which was diagnosed as pulsatile tinnitus, a rare form of tinnitus linked to the vascular system. After various attempts to manage the condition, she underwent a successful surgery to place a stent in a narrowed vein in her brain, which immediately resolved the issue. Pulciani now feels great and urges others with similar symptoms to seek medical attention, as many causes of pulsatile tinnitus are treatable.

health1 year ago

"Why Do I Hear My Heartbeat in My Ears? A Doctor Explains"

Hearing your heartbeat in your ears, known as pulsatile tinnitus, can be caused by ear issues like wax buildup or Eustachian tube dysfunction, and less commonly by elevated blood pressure or certain medications. While often not a sign of a serious medical problem, persistent or new-onset symptoms should be discussed with a physician to rule out cardiovascular issues or other underlying conditions.

health-and-wellness1 year ago

"The Unrecognized Nighttime Sound: Your Body's Built-in Stress Response"

Many people experience a strange sound, known as pulsatile tinnitus, before falling asleep, which is a sign that the body is stuck in a stress response. This phenomenon, exacerbated by stress, can make it difficult to concentrate or sleep. While relaxation techniques, therapy, sound generators, dietary changes, and seeking professional help can alleviate this issue, it's important to address the underlying stress and anxiety causing these manifestations.